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State Benefit·South Dakota·🚗Transportation

Disabled Veteran License Plates

Special Disabled Veteran license plates with a $10 annual fee and no registration fee.

Verified May 12, 2026againstdor.sd.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Transportation — South Dakota
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Estimated value
$10 annual plate fee, no registration fee
Where it applies
South Dakota
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Disabled Veteran License Plates?

Disabled Veteran License Plates is a South Dakota transportation benefit for veterans. Special Disabled Veteran license plates with a $10 annual fee and no registration fee. The listed value is $10 annual plate fee, no registration fee.

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Available to any veteran
  • South Dakota residency

How to apply

Apply through the official South Dakota agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Disabled Veteran status verified through the VA in Sioux Falls.

What Disabled Veteran License Plates covers

Covers

Special DV license plates with $10 annual fee. Exemption from standard registration fees (normally $36-$144+ depending on vehicle).

How to apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates

How to apply

Contact the SD Division of Motor Vehicles.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: dor.sd.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

Frequently asked questions about Disabled Veteran License Plates

Who qualifies for Disabled Veteran License Plates?▾
Disabled Veteran License Plates is for Veterans; available to any veteran; south dakota residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Disabled Veteran License Plates worth?▾
The listed value is $10 annual plate fee, no registration fee. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Disabled Veteran License Plates?▾
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Disabled Veteran License Plates?▾
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

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